30 July 06

Note from Joel

I know it has been a while since we posted an update. Bill has just returned from R&R in Montana, and as most of you can tell by the news, things are not good in Baghdad, so I am guessing he has not had much time to spend on the water.
What I do know is that Rick Pope of Temple Forks Outfitters has come through again. He sent the school 4 more rods, 2 9' 7wts and 2 9' 8wts. They are awesome and will help the folks over there tame some of those bigger fish.
Additionally, we have had some guys out in California, Mr. Jon Sunquist and Mr. Jon Stanberry have donated flies and tying materials. Mr. Dave Mercer sent a couple autographed copies of his book, Creative Fly Tying, which is awesome!
Now that I have obtained the domain for the site, I will start with redesigning the webpage to make it a little more user friendly. I am always open to ideas and suggestions.
On behalf of all the service men and women at the Baghdad School Of Fly Fishing, I thank all who have so generously support this endeavor. It has been in operation for just about a year now and is certainly more than I ever thought it could be.
Thank you all for everything!
Underway! Joel